Fantom’s Sonic Chain has hit a major milestone by producing 1 million blocks just four days after its mainnet launch. Announced via the protocol’s official X account, this achievement has fueled growing community demands for cross-network connectivity through a dedicated bridge.
Sonic Performance Metrics Spark Industry Buzz
Sonic Chain’s early performance has captured major attention, particularly from developers and industry insiders. Core developer Andre Cronje highlighted an impressive 850 transactions per second (TPS) under the network’s current “safety mode,” a configuration designed to onboard validators securely.
Interestingly, independent data from Sealaunch on-chain explorers recorded an even higher 1,620 TPS on December 18, further solidifying Sonic Chain’s reputation as one of the fastest blockchain ecosystems in operation.
Despite these promising numbers, Cronje noted that Sonic Chain is not yet running at its full capacity. This leaves room for further optimization and scaling as more validators join and the network matures. The project, part of Fantom’s broader evolution into Sonic Labs, officially transitioned in September and went live on December 18 after months of rigorous development.
Competing in a Crowded Market
The broader crypto community has been quick to endorse Sonic Chain’s potential. Industry figures, including prominent investor Ran Neuner, have praised its speed and scalability. However, Sonic faces stiff competition from heavyweights like Ethereum, Solana, and Base Network—a Layer-2 solution that dominates Ethereum’s Total Value Locked (TVL) landscape.
To accelerate its adoption, Sonic Labs has proposed that the Uniswap DAO allocate 250,000 UNI tokens as liquidity mining rewards for its validators. This initiative forms part of a broader effort to build liquidity and attract developers to the platform.
Adding to its ambitious roadmap, Cronje has outlined plans to launch a series of decentralized applications (DApps) aimed at further enhancing Sonic Chain’s ecosystem. These initiatives are seen as crucial for establishing its foothold in the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape.
As the protocol matures, the coming months will be pivotal in determining Sonic Chain’s ability to sustain its momentum and compete with established players.
